Pet Health, Training, and Nutrition
![5 Basic Commands You Should Teach Your Dog First](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/12/5-Things-To-Teach-Your-Dog-First.webp)
5 Basic Commands You Should Teach Your Dog First
Your dog doesn't have to become an obedience champion to become a well-behaved, enjoyable pet. A few simple commands, which can be learned in any basic obedience class or at home, can turn the friskiest puppy or most excitable dog into a model companion. Command #1: Teaching Your Dog To Come When Called Coming when […]
![How to Find a High Quality Dog Trainer](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/12/How-To-Find-A-Good-Dog-Trainer.webp)
How to Find a High Quality Dog Trainer
So you've decided to have your dog trained by a professional. Having your dog trained is a great way to make sure that it becomes obedient and safe, two things you'll definitely want to ensure if you have a family. However, once you decide to have your dog trained, you're going to have to find […]
![How To Reduce Grooming Fear In Your Puppy](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/12/Puppy-Grooming-Fear.webp)
How To Reduce Grooming Fear In Your Puppy
The good news is that you have a new puppy. The bad news is that he, or she, will require regular haircuts. It's best to have a plan when doing it yourself; begin with suitable clippers and a stress relieving routine. With a few simple steps, the process can be painless and […]
![Is Your Dog Ready For The Dog Park?](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/04/Dog-In-Summer.webp)
Is Your Dog Ready For The Dog Park?
Dog parks are increasing in number and popularity all over the United States. There are many benefits to taking your pup to a dog park. However, there are several things to take into account before you go. So, how do you know if you and your dog are ready to begin visits to your local […]
![How Proper Diet Can Prevent Disease In Our Pets](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/12/Pet-Health.webp)
How Proper Diet Can Prevent Disease In Our Pets
Vets treat most animal health problems with antibiotics or pain medications. However, nutrition has a great influence on the development of animal illnesses and you can prevent many diseases with a proper diet, especially kidney, liver, skin and digestive tract problems. While diet may not always cure a disease, it can usually ease the symptoms. […]
![Diagnosing Liver Disease in Dogs](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/12/Liver-Disease-In-Dogs.webp)
Diagnosing Liver Disease in Dogs
The liver is one of the largest organs in the body and is responsible for processing biochemicals produced by the body or ingested. It fights disease, provides nutrients and energy to the rest of the body, and helps with growth and reproduction. As it is involved in so many body processes, it is not surprising […]
![How To Train Your Dog To Be Off Leash](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/12/Training-Dog-Off-Leash.webp)
How To Train Your Dog To Be Off Leash
One thing most new dog owners want to start working on right away with their dog is training their dog to be off leash. That's exactly what we're going to cover in this article. Knowing how to train your dog to be off leash is so critical to both your enjoyment and the enjoyment your […]
![Common Reasons Why a Dog Won't Eat](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/03/Dog-6.webp)
Common Reasons Why a Dog Won't Eat
Some dogs live to eat, other dogs less so. We use food rewards to train service dogs, and the act of giving a treat is a source of much pleasure to both dog and owner. So if your dog goes off his food and refuses to eat, it can be deeply worrying – especially if […]
![Prostate Disease in Dogs: The Dog Owner's Guide](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/03/Constipation-In-Dogs.webp)
Prostate Disease in Dogs: The Dog Owner's Guide
If your dog is male, be that entire or neutered, he has a prostate gland and you should read this guide. The trouble is that this seemingly insignificant gland can cause a lot of problems; indeed an eight-year old entire male dog has an 80% chance of developing prostate disease. If that […]
![The Top 10 Dog Injuries and How to Prevent Them](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/06/Dog-Injuries.webp)
The Top 10 Dog Injuries and How to Prevent Them
“Always expect the unexpected.” Whoever wrote this, obviously worked at a veterinary clinic. Any veterinarian will tell you if the day diary looks quiet, it's just the calm before the storm because a pet in serious distress doesn't book an appointment in advance. No one intends for an accident to happen – […]
![A Dog Owner's Guide to Canine Dry Eye](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/06/Dog-Eyes.webp)
A Dog Owner's Guide to Canine Dry Eye
It's not often a topic makes a particular patient instantly spring to mind, but say “dry eye” (keratoconjunctivitis sicca) and I immediately think of Ben, a gorgeous bear of a German shepherd. Ben was a gentle giant, an imposing dog that some children avoided, and yet all he wanted was love. But […]
![Ten Dangers to Your Dog During the Summer](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/06/Summer-Dog-Safety.webp)
Ten Dangers to Your Dog During the Summer
Summer opens up a lot of things for dog owners to do. However, responsible dog owners should be aware of the dangers that the season can bring to their pets. 1. Sunburn Dogs can get sunburned, just like people. Light-colored dogs and dogs with thin fur are at high risk of sunburn. […]
![The Dog Owner's Guide to Canine Conjunctivitis](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/05/Dog-Eye.webp)
The Dog Owner's Guide to Canine Conjunctivitis
At face value conjunctivitis may appear a simple condition: After all, what's so complicated about an eye infection? But to assume conjunctivitis is just a matter of infection is to do this important problem a disservice. Indeed, there are many reasons for a dog to have a sore, red eye, and it's […]
![A Dog Owner's Guide to Ear Infections In Dogs](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/05/Ear-Infections-In-Dogs.webp)
A Dog Owner's Guide to Ear Infections In Dogs
Most dogs will suffer from an ear infection at least once in their life, while some are plagued by regular flare ups. You could liken ear infections to the “perfect storm”, where several factors align to create the problem; for some dogs those factors are long term (for example an allergy or a weak immune […]
![Heartworm in Dogs – The Dog Owners Guide](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/05/Heartworm-In-Dogs.webp)
Heartworm in Dogs – The Dog Owners Guide
When it comes to unpleasant parasitic infections, heartworm is in a league of its own. Indeed the worm, Dirofilaria immitis, responsible for this infection competes for the dubious honor of being the “most pathogenic (deadly) parasitic worm affecting dogs.” Perhaps you have a new puppy and are wondering about heartworm preventatives. Or […]
![Influenza In Dogs – The Dog Owners Guide](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/04/Tired-Dog.webp)
Influenza In Dogs – The Dog Owners Guide
If you are a dog owner and watch the news, the chances are you're pretty worried right now. Stories of dogs dying from canine influenza are alarming, to say the least, and may leave you with more questions than answers. If you're left wondering if it's safe to board your dog or send them to […]
![Cushing's Disease In Dogs: The Dog Owners Guide](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/03/Kennel-Cough-Treatment.webp)
Cushing's Disease In Dogs: The Dog Owners Guide
Your older dog has gained weight round his midriff and his once glossy coat is now patchy in places. You're not concerned, but then at his regular vaccination check up, the veterinarian asks questions about your dog's drinking pattern. And yes, now you think about it, you refill the water bowl twice […]
![Mast Cell Tumors In Dogs – The Complete Dog Owners Guide](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2014/11/Kennel-Cough-Symptoms.webp)
Mast Cell Tumors In Dogs – The Complete Dog Owners Guide
If you are reading this, chances are your dog has a diagnosis of mast cell cancer. As a dog owner, this condition is particularly vexing because not only are you left devastated by the diagnosis, but what you read leaves you bewildered and frightened. While I cannot change the diagnosis, as a […]
![How to Keep Your Dog Safe and Cool in the Summer Heat](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/04/Dog-In-Summer.webp)
How to Keep Your Dog Safe and Cool in the Summer Heat
As summer truly gets underway, temperatures begin to skyrocket all over the country. Unfortunately, extreme heat can often cause severe discomfort for dogs even more than it does for humans. In order to keep your canine friend safe this summer, you need to try to keep him cool. Here are several tips for helping your […]
![The Lungworm Danger to Dogs in the U.K.](https://static.pawdiet.com/global/img/blog/2015/04/Dog-On-Grass.webp)
The Lungworm Danger to Dogs in the U.K.
Over the past few years dogs in the U.K. have faced a growing threat to their health from lungworm, a previously rare parasite associated mainly with slugs and snails. As the weather warms, the danger to your dog increases, especially if you travel around the country and to the Continent or if […]